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“Conversations were constructive”: Zelenskyy on Abu Dhabi talks

Ukraine, Russia and the US concluded two days of trilateral peace talks in Abu Dhabi, which Kyiv termed "constructive". President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said key issues and security guarantees were discussed, though Russian attacks continued and he cautioned it was too early to draw conclusions.

2026-01-24T17:05:23.943925+00:00 IST

"No democratic environment in Bangladesh": Awami League leader Bahauddin Nasim on current political situation

Awami League leader Bahauddin Nasim alleged that democracy, human rights and rule of law have collapsed in Bangladesh. His remarks echoed former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's accusations that the interim government has plunged the country into an "age of terror" marked by violence, repression and political instability.

2026-01-24T16:09:37.156798+00:00 IST

Trump threatens 100% tariffs, targets ‘Governor’ Carney

Referring to the Canadian Prime Minister as "Governor," Trump said the United States would impose a 100 per cent tariff on Canadian goods should Ottawa deepen trade ties with Beijing.

2026-01-24T15:21:45.858690+00:00 IST

“Yunus government has blood on its hands”: Former Awami League MP

Former Awami League MP Bahauddin Nasim backed Sheikh Hasina's criticism of the Yunus-led interim government, alleging widespread violence, repression and insecurity in Bangladesh ahead of the February 12 parliamentary elections.

2026-01-24T15:10:44.555631+00:00 IST

Seven killed in suicide bombing attack in Pakistan

The attack occurred on Friday during a wedding ceremony in Dera Ismail Khan district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. A building collapsed after the blast, according to local police official Muhammad Adnan, who said the structure was being used by members of a peace committee at the time of the incident, reported by Al Jazeera.

2026-01-24T15:09:46.220555+00:00 IST

Medical students’ body urges help for Indians stranded in Iran

Amid escalating unrest in Iran, AIMSA has urged the Indian Embassy in Tehran to help Indian students return home as passports remain withheld. The appeal comes as protests, internet shutdowns and a violent crackdown fuel renewed tensions between Iran and the United States.

2026-01-24T13:52:23.369238+00:00 IST

White House shares AI-generated Greenland image

Despite pausing tariffs on Europe, US President Donald Trump continues to push his Greenland agenda, sharing AI-generated images and repeating claims of strategic interest.

2026-01-24T12:59:02.132201+00:00 IST

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US War Secy Hegseth unveils AI Acceleration Strategy

US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth on Tuesday launched a sweeping Artificial Intelligence (AI) Acceleration Strategy aimed at ensuring America's military dominance in AI, warning that no adversary must be allowed to exploit the technology to threaten US national security or its citizens.

2026-01-13T04:44:59.467644+00:00 IST

Trump briefed on military, cyber, psychological options over Iran

Amid escalating anti-governmental protests in Iran and Washington issuing warnings to Tehran over its treatment of the protestors, US President Donald Trump on Monday (local time) was briefed on a broad range of military and covert options that could be employed against the Islamic Republic, extending well beyond conventional airstrikes, CBS News reported, citing two US Defence Department officials.

2026-01-13T03:34:04.604200+00:00 IST

“Beware of the drones”: Senator Graham warns Iran’s Khamenei

US Senator Lindsey Graham has issued a sharp warning to Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, responding to remarks in which the Iranian leader cautioned American politicians against what he described as hostile actions toward Iran amid nationwide anti-governmental protests, which Tehran claims are "foreign-backed".

2026-01-13T03:06:37.622900+00:00 IST

Europe

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British MPs reaffirm Jammu and Kashmir’s lawful accession to Indi

The Kashmiri Pandit Heritage Foundation (KPHF-UK) marked Jammu and Kashmir Accession Day with a solemn and symbolic observance at the UK House of Commons, highlighting the enduring constitutional and historical legitimacy of the region's accession to India in 1947.

2025-11-13T08:14:38.178336+00:00 IST

UK to ban maritime services from aiding Russian LNG exports

British firms have continued to provide maritime and insurance services for tankers carrying Russian LNG nearly four years after Russian President Vladimir Putin invaded Ukraine.

2025-11-13T06:40:44.966261+00:00 IST

Zelensky faces biggest corruption scandal of his presidency as ex

The case involves Timur Mindich, Zelensky's longtime associate and co-owner of his former entertainment company, Kvartal 95. Ukraine's National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) has said that Mindich led a group that received bribes and kickbacks worth about USD 100 million from contractors of a state-owned energy company in exchange for protecting their business deals.

2025-11-13T05:25:47.668662+00:00 IST

Pacific

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New Zealand reports 11 new Delta cases of COVID-19 in community

Wellington [New Zealand], August 20 (ANI/Xinhua): New Zealand reported 11 new Delta cases of COVID-19 in the community on Friday, bringing the total number of cases associated with the current Auckland community outbreak to 31.

2021-08-20T05:57:10.429361+00:00 IST

Haiti hit by new earthquake with 5.8 magnitude

Moscow [Russia], August 15 (ANI/Sputnik): A new 5.8 magnitude earthquake has hit Haiti, a day after a more powerful deadly tremor, the European-Mediterranean Seismological Center (EMSC) said on Sunday.

2021-08-15T09:17:28.450951+00:00 IST

Australia names China state-owned lender firm in Parliament for deliberately bankrupting company

Canberra [Australia], August 12 (ANI): A Chinese state-owned lender firm was named in the Australian Parliament on Tuesday afternoon for deliberately bankrupting an Aussie company by misdirecting payments to take ownership.

2021-08-12T00:56:03.541320+00:00 IST

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MoS Margherita acknowledges diaspora's contributions in Eswatini

Margherita said that the diaspora helps further deepen the bilateral ties between India and Eswatini.

2025-07-20T19:36:00.591174+00:00 IST

Niger: Two Indians killed, one abducted in terror attack

The Indian Embassy in Niamey is in touch with the local authorities to repatriate the mortal remains of those killed and ensure safe release of the abducted Indian.

2025-07-20T04:32:39.421386+00:00 IST

MoS Margherita hands ICCR scholarship letters to students

Union Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita handed over ICCR scholarship letters to 30 selected students from Eswatini.

2025-07-20T00:27:25.759514+00:00 IST

Asia

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Prolonged curfew in Balochistan sparks allegations of coercion and civilian hardship

In one instance, a pregnant woman in critical condition was reportedly denied timely access to medical treatment due to movement restrictions.

2026-02-22T06:50:39.002505+00:00 IST

Nepal: Curfew in Rautahat after communal clash ahead of polls

Authorities in Nepal's Rautahat district imposed an indefinite curfew in Gaur Municipality after communal clashes. The curfew restricts movement and bans gatherings. Security forces have been deployed. Violence resumed despite a prior agreement, with stone-pelting and a vehicle set on fire. Several people were injured.

2026-02-22T06:45:38.234291+00:00 IST

Not dealing with a coloniser: Lula hails India-Brazil partnership

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva praised the Brazil-India partnership as one of equals, highlighting shared priorities and growing trade. He expressed confidence that bilateral trade could exceed targets. India and Brazil also strengthened cooperation in pharmaceutical and medical product regulation through a new MoU, boosting healthcare collaboration.

2026-02-22T06:27:32.501279+00:00 IST

Middle East

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Israel backs US Venezuela action, hails “perfect operation”

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed full support for US actions on Venezuela, saying they aim to restore freedom and justice. He said Latin America is shifting toward the US and Israel, congratulated President Donald Trump on his decision, and praised the American military for the operation.

2026-01-04T13:45:16.682197+00:00 IST

Research offers roadmap for more effective antibiotic treatments

Antibiotics are designed to eliminate bacteria by disrupting processes tied to growth and division. Yet in many infections, a small subset of bacterial cells survives treatment and later reignites disease. This phenomenon, known as antibiotic persistence, is a major cause of treatment failure and relapse, even when bacteria show no genetic resistance to the drugs.

2026-01-04T09:48:39.392477+00:00 IST

Netanyahu congratulates Trump on successful Venezuela op

The US on Saturday captured Venezuelan dictator Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, after conducting a targeted military operation. This action was taken in alignment with US allegations that Maduro was involved in drug trafficking and had rigged the 2024 election.

2026-01-04T09:24:37.090495+00:00 IST

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Asia

China faces criticism over record enrolment in ‘Tibet Classes’

More than 10,000 Tibetan students were enrolled in China's Tibet Classes in 2025, the highest since the programme began. The expansion includes new schools and vocational classes, while the programme continues to face criticism over cultural assimilation and political indoctrination.

2026-01-24T12:17:15.524836+00:00 IST

Asia

Iran thanks India for opposing "unjust" UNHRC resolution

Iran's ambassador to India, Mohammad Fathali, appreciated India's stand on the United Nations Human Rights Council's (UNHRC) 39th special session to address the deteriorating human rights situation in the Islamic Republic of Iran.

2026-01-24T12:14:11.280701+00:00 IST

Asia

European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen arrives in India

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen arrived in New Delhi on a state visit ahead of the 77th Republic Day celebrations. India and the EU are set to hold a summit and move closer to a major trade agreement amid evolving global trade challenges.

2026-01-24T11:48:43.665886+00:00 IST

Asia

China tightens grip on catholic clergy, seize passports

The measures were jointly approved on December 16 by the Chinese Catholic Patriotic Association (CCPA) and the Bishops' Conference of the Catholic Church in China (BCCCC), both of which operate under the supervision of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). The rules require centralised custody and authorisation of all exit and entry documents belonging to Catholic clergy, including bishops, priests, deacons and nuns.

2026-01-24T11:40:32.226665+00:00 IST

Europe

Zelenskyy reaffirms position as Ukraine-US-Russia hold trilateral talks in UAE

The trilateral talks in the United Arab Emirates marked the first such engagement involving all three sides since the war began nearly four years ago.

2026-01-24T11:25:11.559298+00:00 IST

Asia

Pakistan: Karachi braces for single-digit temperatures

Karachi may see single-digit temperatures over the weekend as cold, dry weather continues, the Pakistan Meteorological Department warned. Rain and snowfall are also forecast in several parts of the country, including Balochistan, Upper Sindh and northern regions, amid severe winter disruptions.

2026-01-24T10:36:40.199478+00:00 IST

WUC urges UK PM Keir Starmer to raise Uyghur genocide

According to the WUC, the prospect of deeper engagement with China has generated serious concern among Uyghur communities and human rights advocates, given that there have been no meaningful policy changes in East Turkistan since the last UK prime ministerial visit in 2018. The group highlighted that United Nations experts working with the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights recently expressed alarm over the widespread use of forced labour in China, warning that such practices may amount to crimes against humanity, including forcible transfer and enslavement.

2026-01-24T10:19:05.444656+00:00 IST

Asia

Pakistan: Rights activist Imaan Mazari, husband detained in Islam

The couple was scheduled to appear before a trial court on Friday in a case linked to allegedly controversial tweets, after failing to attend the previous day despite repeated summons.

2026-01-24T09:27:10.446600+00:00 IST

Prince Harry, UK PM Starmer condemn Trump’s remarks on NATO

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Prince Harry condemned the remarks by US President Donald Trump over the sending of troops to Afghan frontlines, CNN reported.

2026-01-24T09:13:34.512612+00:00 IST

Europe

Ram Mohan Naidu engages global leaders at WEF 2026 in Davos

Minister of Civil Aviation, Ram Mohan Naidu, held a series of high-level engagements, strategic meetings and multilateral interactions at the World Economic Forum (WEF) 2026 in Davos, reaffirming India's growing leadership in aviation, infrastructure, sustainability, innovation and global economic cooperation.

2026-01-24T08:54:55.999598+00:00 IST

Asia

US: Air India issues travel advisory ahead of severe winter storm

Air India has issued a travel advisory ahead of the severe winter storm forecasted for the US East Coast.

2026-01-24T08:22:39.887264+00:00 IST

Asia

Pashtun National Jirga alleges forced evictions in Tirah valley

The Pashtun National Jirga (PNJ) has alleged that thousands of Pashtun families are being forcibly evicted from their ancestral homeland in Pakistan's Tirah Valley, calling the move a brutal and inhumane action carried out under the pretext of a military operation.

2026-01-24T07:50:50.160639+00:00 IST

Asia

5.1-magnitude earthquake strikes western Turkiye

A 5.1-magnitude earthquake struck the district of Sindirgi in Balikesir province, western Turkiye, at dawn today.

2026-01-24T07:26:39.931370+00:00 IST

Asia

7 killed, 82 missing after landslide in Indonesia

Indonesia's National Disaster Management Agency announced today that seven people were killed and 82 others reported missing following a landslide in West Java province, amid reports of heavy rainfall in the area.

2026-01-24T07:26:03.741733+00:00 IST